Historical Events
- A magnitude 6.6 earthquake hits northern Afghanistan, killing up to 5,000.
- Super Rugby Final, Eden Park, Auckland: In an all-NZ final, Andrew Mehrtens lands 2 penalties & 2 conversions as the Canterbury Crusaders beat the Blues, 20-13; Crusaders' first title
Famous Weddings
- Nephew of Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands Prince Maurits of Orange-Nassau, van Vollenhoven (30) weds to commoner Marilene van den Broek (28) in Apeldoorn
Famous Deaths
- Klaus Hashagen, German composer (Ars Nova Ensemble Nürnberg), dies at 73
Died in 1998 1998 Highlights
About May 30, 1998
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 25 years, 10 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Too Close - Next
#1 Song: Feel It - Tamperer Ft. Maya
